How to Pronounce Dissolves

To pronounce "dissolves", say DISS-olv-es — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

DISS-olv-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “dissolves”

"dissolves" has 3 syllables: diss-olv-es. It rhymes with evolves and involves, if that helps it stick.

What does dissolves mean?

noun

  1. A form of film punctuation in which there is a gradual transition from one scene to the next

verb

  1. To terminate a union of multiple members actively, as by disbanding.

    “The ruling party or coalition sometimes dissolves parliament early when the polls are favorable, hoping to reconvene with a larger majority.”

  2. To destroy, make disappear.

Synonyms

fade outformeltmelt

Antonyms

establishfound

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Words that rhyme with dissolves

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

evolvesinvolvesresolvesabsolvesrevolvessolves

Related words

disbandresolvesolvesolvesuntysolubilizes

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "dissolves"?▾

"Dissolves" has 3 syllables: diss · olv · es.

What does "dissolves" mean?▾

Dissolves: A form of film punctuation in which there is a gradual transition from one scene to the next

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